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*Responsibi
ties*
* Provide a range of civil legal services as well as community outreach and education to victims of domestic violence pursuant to assigned grant guidelines
* Provide advice and representation to victims regarding orders of protection, custody, visitation, support, divorce, as well as public benefits, housing, and other civil legal problems related to domestic violence
* Interview client and review questionnaire in order to select, assemble, summarize, and compile substantial information
* Prepare all court documents and pleadings
* Organize client information for court appearances, including interview of witnesses
* Legal research, including file review in court
* Perform all aspects of discovery
* Subpoena any records that may be needed for hearings
* Advise and discuss issues of the case with client
* Negotiate with opposing counsel
* Ensure all aspects of scheduling orders are fulfilled
* Utilize the electronic case management system and complete and submit service logs, litigation reports, timesheets and other paperwork in a timely manner and in accordance with agency procedures
* Maintaining confidential and privileged information and materials provided or disclosed in the course of work.
* Provide on-the-job training, supervision and support for student interns and volunteers working in the legal program
* Provide direction to assigned Paralegal in a clear manner and assign tasks within the
* Paralegal’s job responsibilities
* Act as back-up for other Attorneys on an as-needed basis
* Perform all above duties while upholding the standards identified in the Texas Disciplinary
* Rules of Professional Conduct
* Perform other duties as assigned
*Qualifications *
* Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited academic institution
* Current license to practice law in the State of Texas
* Minimum of one to three years of litigation experience required, preferably in family court
* Experience supervising support staff and law interns preferred
* Able to work independently and manage a busy docket
* Commitment to practicing law in the public interest sector
* Knowledge of domestic violence and the law, as it pertains to domestic violence
* Bilingual in English and Spanish highly preferred
* Appreciation of diversity and a sensitivity to people of varying lifestyles, ethnicity and religious groups
* Ability to work flexible hours, manage stress and conflict well, and to adapt to ever-changing and challenging needs of multiple priorities and fluctuations in work load
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Proficiency with PCs, including databases, word-processing, and spreadsheets
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Loan forgiveness
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* Family Law: 1 year (Required)
* Litigation: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
* Texas Bar License (Required)
Work Location: In person